A New Co-Worker from Russia Asks You About North American

question 32

Multiple Choice

A new co-worker from Russia asks you about North American greeting customs. You explain that in most business contexts,

• A) it is not necessary to stand up before shaking hands if you are already seated.
• B) women are expected to shake hands differently than men.
• C) shaking hands is now widely regarded as an outdated custom.
• D) a firm handshake is expected when two people meet.

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